Mexico Sending Major Drug Capos to Us as Trump Tariff Threat Looms
Mexico on Thursday began to hand over to U.S. authorities major figures in the country's drug gang underworld, part of a surprise extradition of nearly 30 jailed convicts or others accused of ties to violent drug cartels. The decision follows ongoing threats by U.S. President Donald Trump to impose across-the-board tariffs on Mexican goods. The extraditions are seen as a strategic move to appease Trump ahead of high-stakes trade talks, potentially alleviating pressure on the Mexican government.
- This gesture may prove to be a calculated risk for Mexico's authorities, as it not only addresses U.S. concerns but also demonstrates their commitment to cooperation in combating organized crime and illicit trafficking.
- Will this sudden escalation in extraditions signal a broader shift in Mexico's approach to addressing the complex problem of narco-trafficking, or is it merely a tactical response to a specific Trump administration ultimatum?